Two Anniversaries

An open letter to my husband:


Two years ago today, we stood in front of our friends and family and made a promise to be there for each other no matter what.

     And I have never been so sure of anything before
     Like I am in this moment here with you


One year ago next week, I was diagnosed with cancer.

     Now for better or for worse are so much more than only words


This is not how we thought our story would play out.

Despite this, I wouldn't trade the past two years for anything.  For sure, there have been lots of lows, and I certainly wish some things had gone differently.  But there have also been so many highs, and I've made it through it all with you by my side - and I can't think of a better way to go through life.

     And what tomorrow brings only time will tell
     But I will stand by you in sickness and in health


As these anniversaries have been approaching, I've been doing a lot of reflecting on our relationship.  I am so incredibly grateful for the love that you have shown me, and I am so humbled by the realization that this is what it's all about.  Loving and supporting one another through the highs and the lows.  Becoming a better person because of the other.  Giving so wholly of yourself for the sake of someone else.  Throughout it all, this is what matters.

     You see these hands you hold will always hold you up
     When the strength you have just ain't strong enough


I know that the years to come will have lows as well as highs.  But I also know that I'll face everything with you there with me.

     And as the years march on like a beating heart
     I will live these words 'til death do us part


I love you.